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Compare 2 ways to go from Erfurt to Heidelberg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Heidelberg. The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erfurt and Heidelberg?
Erfurt
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Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Heidelberg
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Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Heidelberg by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Erfurt to Heidelberg?
The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Heidelberg start at $39. The average price for this train route is around $125. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Erfurt to Heidelberg?
The average train trip from Erfurt to Heidelberg takes 3h 55m and covers 243 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Heidelberg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Heidelberg?
The earliest train from Erfurt to Heidelberg departs at 6:18am. The latest train departs at 8:18pm.
What is the best train operator from Erfurt to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Heidelberg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Erfurt to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Erfurt to Heidelberg was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Erfurt to Heidelberg, as early as possible.
